Michael A.
Des Moines, IA
Best dog care provider in town!
Pet care experience
I look forward to caring for your pup. Dog care comes naturally to me. I grew up in Des Moines (with Copper the Golden Retriever, before doodles even existed!) and left shortly after graduating HIgh School for theatre school in Chicago. After founding and running the successful arts organization, Elastic, I transitioned into dog care in the early 2000s. I started out walking dogs and taking small play groups to Chicago's many "dog friendly areas". This grew into clients asking for boarding and eventually led my wife and I to purchase a property in the country where we could give our dogs, ourselves, and our clients the best, most natural care in a calm rural setting. We created Canine State of Mind, a unique full service boarding and training facility located in rural NW Illinois, primarily serving Chicago clients. A family life change has led me to relocate back in my hometown where I thankfully have so many friends, families, resources and furry friends! I've seen it all and done it all when it comes to dog care: Puppies, Seniors, minis, mastiffs, end of life care, medication management, administering sub-Q fluids, extensive behavioral and training work...The canines can literally smell the calm confidence and trust in my body rhythms. Book me now before my limited space fills up!
Reviews
Michael helped us out last minute and took great care of our sick dog and communicated well.
Michael was great! He took amazing care of our two dogs while we were out of town for a weekend. Came and visited prior to sitting. Sent pictures and followed up multiple times while sitting. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter!
Michael is the best and our kitty loves him!
Michael was greate with our dogs, and would trust him to take care of them anytime!
About Michael A.
Communication
Skills
Information Michael A. would like to know about your pet
Are they socialized? Do they play well with others? Do they have any food or toy aggression?
A typical day
Dog park visits as necessary, whatever each individual dog needs will be provided
Services
Michael can watch in your home
About Michael A.
Communication
Skills
Information Michael A. would like to know about your pet
Are they socialized? Do they play well with others? Do they have any food or toy aggression?
A typical day
Dog park visits as necessary, whatever each individual dog needs will be provided
Location
Des Moines, IA
Michael A.
Des Moines, IA